"beloved, darling"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Davi
Pronunciation: [ d-AHV-ee ]
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Meaning & Origin
"friend"
Origin: Old Testament
Language: Hebrew
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The Story of Davi
Davi is a short, modern form of David, derived from the Hebrew name Dawid meaning beloved or darling. In Brazil and Portugal, Davi is used as a given name for boys but has recently crossed over as a gender-neutral and feminine option. As a girl's name, it carries the classic biblical resonance of David while offering a fresher, more contemporary feel.
Davi as a girl's name is part of the broader trend of traditionally masculine names being adopted for girls — similar to Quinn, Blake, or Logan. It has gained traction in the 2010s and 2020s among parents seeking short, strong, gender-forward names.
In Brazil, Davi is one of the most popular boys' names, derived from the biblical King David. As a girl's name in English-speaking countries, it represents the modern trend of reclaiming short, strong names across gender lines.
Historical Record
Davi first appeared in US Social Security records in 1961.
Over 621 babies have been named Davi in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Davi is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #5,255 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Davi is a top-10 boys name in Brazil
- As a girl's name, Davi follows the pattern of names like Sam, Alex, and Charlie crossing gender lines
Davi in Other Languages
Arabic
داود
French
David
Hebrew
דָּוִד
Spanish
David
Portuguese
Davi
Popularity Over Time
#5,255
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Davi
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Davi Santos
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1988
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King David
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Biblical king of Israel, psalmist, and ancestor of Jesus, whose name Davi derives from
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #5,255
- Total SSA Count
- 25
- Cultural Origins
- Hebrew Portuguese Brazilian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Frequently Asked Questions About Davi
What does the name Davi mean?
"beloved, darling" (from Hebrew). "friend" (from Old Testament). Davi is a short, modern form of David, derived from the Hebrew name Dawid meaning beloved or darling. In Brazil and Portugal, Davi is used as a given name for boys but has recently crossed over as a gender-neutral and feminine option. As a girl's name, it carries the classic biblical resonance of David while offering a fresher, more contemporary feel.
What is the origin of the name Davi?
Davi has Hebrew, Old Testament, Portuguese, and Brazilian origins. In Hebrew, it means "beloved, darling". In Old Testament, it means "friend".
Is Davi a boy or girl name?
Davi is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #5255. As a boy name, it is ranked #1403. Davi is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Davi?
Davi is pronounced d-AHV-ee.
How popular is the name Davi?
Davi is currently ranked #5255 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Davi?
Common nicknames for Davi include Dav.
What are good middle names for Davi?
Popular middle name pairings include Davi Rose, Davi Mae, Davi Claire, Davi Luna, and Davi Jade.
What are good sibling names for Davi?
Names that pair well with Davi as siblings include Levi, Milo, Tali, Ari, and Noa.
How many syllables does Davi have?
Davi has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Davi a common or rare name?
Davi is an uncommon name, ranked #5255 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Davi
Davi is a girl name with Hebrew, Portuguese, and Brazilian origins . The name means "beloved, darling" in Hebrew .
Is Davi a boy or girl name? Davi is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #5,255 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #1,403. Davi is more commonly used as a boy name.
Davi is currently ranked #5,255 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Davi has 2 syllables and is pronounced d-AHV-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Davi include Dav. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Davi include Davina, Davie . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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